Drug overdose deaths decreased in 2023
Opioid overdose deaths decreased, but there was an increase in overdose deaths from psychostimulants like meth and cocaine.
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Opioid overdose deaths decreased, but there was an increase in overdose deaths from psychostimulants like meth and cocaine.
CDC's provisional figures show a 2% decline in births from 2022 to 2023.
The new recommendations apply to COVID-19 and other viruses, like flu and RSV.
Symptoms of Rocky Mountain spotted fever include fever, headache, and rash, the CDC said.
So far, the CDC doesn't think the highly mutated BA.2.86 variant is to blame.
The CDC says three people have died, eight have lost their vision and four had an eyeball removed.
Doctors have limited options to treat the "extensively drug-resistant" strains of Shigella bacteria.
The decline was not accompanied by a rise in exemptions, the CDC says, suggesting many children could still catch up on their shots.
The CDC cited concerns over the COVID-19 surge in China and "the lack of adequate and transparent" data from the country's health authorities.
Cases are up over 30% from just a week ago.
The agency says the new revisions acknowledge "the pandemic is not over" but should not disrupt daily life as much as it used to.
Agriculture agency proposes rules to force food processors to reduce salmonella bacteria found in chicken.
Beginning Sunday, the CDC is lifting its COVID-19 test requirement for air travelers entering the U.S. CBS News senior travel adviser Peter Greenberg joined CBS News' Anne-Marie Green and Vladimir Duthiers with more.
CDC data showed firearm homicides rose 35% during the first year of the pandemic to the highest rate since 1994.
The federal mask mandate on public transportation and airplanes was set to expire April 18.
Officials at the Los Angeles County Department of Public Health reported more than 43,000 new cases Friday, numbers that are close to record highs.
A panel of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention's outside vaccine advisers voted unanimously Tuesday to recommend Pfizer's COVID-19 vaccine for children as young as 5.
For the last 22 days, the Transportation Security Administration has screened more than one million passengers per day nationwide — the longest streak since the pandemic began — proving that people are once again ready to fly.
Dr. Rochelle Walensky, director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Monday issued a dire warning of a sense of "impending doom" as coronavirus infections and hospitalizations tick up.
On Thursday, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommended that people not travel to celebrate the holiday and consider canceling gatherings as coronavirus cases continue to surge nationwide.
To stay safe, the CDC is urging families to stay home and avoid big in-person dinners with friends and extended family.
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) quietly rolled out detailed guidelines for establishments ranging from schools to restaurants to mass transit that are beginning to reopen as states start to ease restrictions imposed to mitigate the spread of the coronavirus.
The new policy is aimed in particular at workers in critical jobs.
Three out of four people have hearts that are not reflective of their age, a condition that can increase one's risk for heart disease and stroke.
Bats have very small teeth, and their bites could go unnoticed.
Due to community demand, the city has identified a second, approximately four-acre site on the sand just east of the Junipero Beach Sports Court as an ideal dog beach.
The exhibit includes not just survivors' stories, but also includes artifacts, things that survivors were able to grab as they were escaping the flames.
Starting March 1, the SBA will no longer guarantee loans for small businesses owned by foreign nationals, including green card holders.
"Across Los Angeles County, immigrant and refugee families are facing rising rents, rampant discriminatory immigration enforcement and growing economic and housing instability," Hussam Ayloush, CAIR-LA, IRLA co-chair, said ahead of Tuesday's board meeting.
About 600 arrests and more than 170 total rescues were made between January 25 and 31.
Due to community demand, the city has identified a second, approximately four-acre site on the sand just east of the Junipero Beach Sports Court as an ideal dog beach.
The exhibit includes not just survivors' stories, but also includes artifacts, things that survivors were able to grab as they were escaping the flames.
Starting March 1, the SBA will no longer guarantee loans for small businesses owned by foreign nationals, including green card holders.
"Across Los Angeles County, immigrant and refugee families are facing rising rents, rampant discriminatory immigration enforcement and growing economic and housing instability," Hussam Ayloush, CAIR-LA, IRLA co-chair, said ahead of Tuesday's board meeting.
About 600 arrests and more than 170 total rescues were made between January 25 and 31.
Due to community demand, the city has identified a second, approximately four-acre site on the sand just east of the Junipero Beach Sports Court as an ideal dog beach.
The exhibit includes not just survivors' stories, but also includes artifacts, things that survivors were able to grab as they were escaping the flames.
"Across Los Angeles County, immigrant and refugee families are facing rising rents, rampant discriminatory immigration enforcement and growing economic and housing instability," Hussam Ayloush, CAIR-LA, IRLA co-chair, said ahead of Tuesday's board meeting.
Gold prices have surged to historic highs in recent years and experts say the momentum is unlikely to slow anytime soon.
Winding Way was closed in both directions due to the crash, police said.
Fullerton's police chief denied allegations that his officers helped federal agents during a recent immigration operation.
A Huntington Beach police chase ended up in the ocean after the suspect bailed from the car and attempted to swim away from pursuing police on Sunday night.
Orange County health officials have confirmed their second measles case of 2026 in an international traveler who arrived in California at Los Angeles International Airport before visiting Disneyland and California Adventure last week.
Three women were arrested in connection with a series of retail thefts across Southern California in recent weeks, according to Riverside County investigators.
Big Bear bald eagles Jackie and Shadow lost the two eggs they laid last week.
A San Bernardino mother is calling for justice after he daughter was fatally shot in the back following an argument outside of their home over the weekend.
Deputies arrested a 47-year-old woman in connection with a deadly shooting in April 2025 that left a 22-year-old man dead.
Three women were arrested in connection with a series of retail thefts across Southern California in recent weeks, according to Riverside County investigators.
FBI agents arrested a Los Angeles County man who allegedly stole a plane in Washington and flew it to a Southern California airport.
Big Bear bald eagles Jackie and Shadow lost the two eggs they laid last week.
Starting March 1, the SBA will no longer guarantee loans for small businesses owned by foreign nationals, including green card holders.
Josh D'Amaro, who oversees Disney theme parks and dozens of resort hotels worldwide, will become the next Disney CEO.
Chuck Negron, a founding member of Three Dog Night whose lead vocals powered a string of hits for one of the top rock acts of the late 1960s and early '70s has died. He was 83.
All federal immigration agents in Minneapolis will begin wearing body cameras, Secretary of Homeland Security Kristi Noem said Monday, a policy that could be rolled out nationwide.
A slew of notable individuals appear in the latest Justice Department release of Jeffrey Epstein files.
Starting March 1, the SBA will no longer guarantee loans for small businesses owned by foreign nationals, including green card holders.
The Clintons made a last-ditch effort to avoid a contempt vote.
All federal immigration agents in Minneapolis will begin wearing body cameras, Secretary of Homeland Security Kristi Noem said Monday, a policy that could be rolled out nationwide.
A slew of notable individuals appear in the latest Justice Department release of Jeffrey Epstein files.
The proposed site is situated along a flight path for nearby Reagan National Airport in Arlington, Virginia.
San Francisco officials said Tuesday that the city has filed a lawsuit against leading manufacturers of ultra-processed foods, accusing them of producing products linked to serious health issues and alleging that the companies knowingly made the foods addictive.
A bill that would reverse a 25% tax increase on California's legal cannabis industry is heading to Gov. Gavin Newsom's desk, after being approved by the legislature.
Meal kit delivery firm HelloFresh will pay $7.5 million to settle a lawsuit accusing it of misleading customers and making it difficult for them to cancel their subscriptions.
With the help of her daughter and her 5th-grade class, CBS News California (KCAL) Investigative reporter Julie Watts investigates "Sephora Kids" concerns.
A Southern California man has pleaded guilty for his role in a scheme that stole more than $2 million from San Francisco-based food delivery company DoorDash, federal prosecutors said.
Health officials said that the traveler arrived at LAX's Tom Bradley International Airport Terminal on a Viva Aerobus Flight on Jan. 26.
Orange County health officials have confirmed their second measles case of 2026 in an international traveler who arrived in California at Los Angeles International Airport before visiting Disneyland and California Adventure last week.
Millions of people with an Affordable Care Act health plan face a massive jump in premiums next year — this chart shows just how much.
"I don't know how I'm going to pay for this," said one person with an Affordable Care Act plan that will cost her $1,100 a month starting in January.
San Francisco officials said Tuesday that the city has filed a lawsuit against leading manufacturers of ultra-processed foods, accusing them of producing products linked to serious health issues and alleging that the companies knowingly made the foods addictive.
The Fremont factory will still manufacture Model 3 and Y, but the space where Model S and X are made will instead focus on mass production of Tesla's Gen 3 Optimus robots.
About 30% of San Francisco was without power at the height of the outage, according to utility provider PG&E.
The DMV said it is giving Tesla Motors 60 days to address its misleading use of "autopilot," or it could have its dealer license temporarily suspended.
California is set to join a growing list of states banning the practice of cat declawing, under a new law taking effect in January.
San Francisco officials said Tuesday that the city has filed a lawsuit against leading manufacturers of ultra-processed foods, accusing them of producing products linked to serious health issues and alleging that the companies knowingly made the foods addictive.
Tyrese Maxey scored 29 points to lead the Philadelphia 76ers to a 128-113 victory over the Los Angeles Clippers.
The Los Angeles Angels have finalized a $4 million, one-year contract to keep third baseman Yoán Moncada.
Chris Kreider scored two goals, Lukas Dostal made 27 saves and the Anaheim Ducks swept their three-game season series against the Vegas Golden Knights with a 4-3 victory.
The USC Trojans routed the Rutgers Scarlet Knights on Sunday afternoon, cruising to a 71-39 win and continuing an upward trend after their upset win over No. 8 Iowa last week.
Kawhi Leonard scored 25 points and the Los Angeles Clippers, playing without James Harden, routed the Phoenix Suns 117-93 on Sunday night.
Josh D'Amaro, who oversees Disney theme parks and dozens of resort hotels worldwide, will become the next Disney CEO.
Chuck Negron, a founding member of Three Dog Night whose lead vocals powered a string of hits for one of the top rock acts of the late 1960s and early '70s has died. He was 83.
Bad Bunny used his Grammy acceptance speech on Sunday to denounce U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement and call for the end of the ongoing immigration crackdown.
The 2026 Grammy Awards recognized the best of the best in music from last year, with big wins for Kendrick Lamar and Bad Bunny. Here's the full list of winners and nominees.
Complete closure of the performing arts center in Washington, D.C., will start on July 4, Mr. Trump said. It's not yet clear how extensive the changes to the building might be.
SEIU Local 2015 nursing home workers across Los Angeles County take action after employers stalled statewide contract negotiations.
Jessica Naziri shares tech gadget gifts for Valentine’s Day
Offshore winds will return, and the heat will crank up tomorrow with temperatures reaching the 90s in parts of Southern California.
Just-released LAPD with police vehicle dash-cam and body-cam video shows the events surrounding a police shooting that occurred following a downtown Los Angeles traffic stop.
About 600 arrests and more than 170 total rescues were made between January 25 and 31 during the 12th annual Operation Reclaim and Rebuild enforcement operation. CBS LA reports.
Widely considered the greatest architect of his time, Frank Gehry helped shape Los Angeles' skyline.
A suspect was taken into custody after an attack on Pearl Street Mall in Boulder on June 1 in which there were 15 people and a dog who were victims. The suspect threw Molotov cocktails that burned some of the victims, who were part of a march for Israeli hostages.
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
The Franklin Fire in Malibu quickly grew overnight and threatened several homes. Evacuation orders were issued and Pepperdine University instructed students to shelter in place.
Several people have been injured and multiple homes burned after the Mountain Fire broke out Wednesday morning in Ventura County, burning over 10,000 acres within hours.
